South Burlington

South Burlington, Vermont Overview

South Burlington ranks #1 of 20 cities in Vermont, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 68.4/100. The city stands out in Health (86/100) and Growth (80/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in South Burlington

South Burlington’s median household income of $97,229 is 30% above the Vermont median of $74,919, and its 2% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 2.7%. That economic strength is drawing residents — the population grew 3.2% recently.

Safety in South Burlington

South Burlington’s violent crime rate of 254.9 per 100,000 runs above the Vermont average of 208. The property crime rate is 5487.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in South Burlington

South Burlington has a cost of living index of 100 (where 100 equals the national average), right at the national benchmark. The median home value is $399,600. Median monthly rent is $1,755. Renters spend 21.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in South Burlington

South Burlington’s adult obesity rate of 22.3% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.6%. Residents average 14.1 poor mental health days per month. Vermont ranks #3 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in South Burlington

The student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $23,871 per student, well above the national median. The city has 5 public schools serving 2,681 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in South Burlington

The annual average temperature in South Burlington is 48.6°F. Summers average 66.6°F. Winters average 30.5°F. Precipitation is abundant at 59.8 inches per year. 15.5% of workers in South Burlington work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 15.8 minutes is notably short.

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